LYME FATIGUE

Fatigue is a common symptom experienced by Lyme disease patients, and it
can be prolonged and very debilitating. This fatigue can be accompanied
by either excessive sleeping or insomnia. Some patients may experience
the fatigue intermittently or after exertion, while others may be
bedridden. Lyme disease fatigue is NOT the same as simply being tired
from overwork or stress. Much like Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Lyme
often causes a profound exhaustion that is
significantly worse than what is seen in other illnesses.

Fatigue is common in Lyme disease because energy is being used to
battle the systemic infection. Therefore, antibiotics can play an
important role in the treatment. Other
causes of fatigue, such as anemia, sleep apnea, hormonal
disturbances and lifestyle factors should also be evaluated.